Heating supplies group Wolseley said it had seen little change in market conditions and was facing challenging times.

Renew, the specialist construction services business,  has announced strong interim results, with operating profits up 38% and a 66% increase in the interim dividend.

Building contractor Rok say it intends to press ahead with expansion in the Midlands despite market conditions.

Contractor Kier sounded a cautious note of optimism today in its latest trading statement.